Trail Running Calendar United Kingdom 2026-2027

Tackle the scenic Cracken Edge fell race in the Peak District on Wed 5 Aug 2026, a challenging 11.3 km route with 442 m of climb. Join runners raising funds for Kinder Mountain Rescue Team; teams welcome and entries available on the day.

Tackle the MTC Thames Challenge, a four day 184 mile ultra from the Cotswolds to the Thames Barrier, 6 to 9 August 2026. Cover four scenic stages on the Thames Path, earn UTMB points and collect a bespoke medal each day.

Run a scenic 57 mile point to point ultramarathon along the Thames Path through the Cotswolds, finishing in Oxford. All finishers receive a bespoke medal and MTC head visor, with trophies for winners and a charity entry option.

Join the Rodley Rock up n' Run at the Rodley Barge Pub for a flat canal 5k or 10k in a friendly pop up Summer Series. Enjoy a jumble medal, hot food and a post race beer in a relaxed village atmosphere.

Tackle the classic Eshton Moor fell race from Old Hall Farm, Gargrave: 8.3 km with 172 m ascent across rolling York Dales terrain. Entry on the day only, with junior races and a friendly club atmosphere.

Run 49 miles from Oxford to Henley along the Thames Path, enjoying a scenic riverside course with friendly checkpoints. All finishers get a bespoke medal and choice of technical shirt, mug or hat, with trophies for top male and female finis..

Scenic 7 hour timed run along the River Thames on 7 Aug 2026 lets you choose any distance from 3 km to ultra. Finishers get medals and distance pins, with aid stations, cafe and vegan goody bags.

Take on the MTC Windsor Ultra, a 47 mile point to point run along the scenic River Thames from Henley to Kingston. Enjoy riverside views, staffed checkpoints and a bespoke finisher medal plus a technical shirt, mug or hat and charity option..

Join the Cordwell Colossus on 8 August for a scenic summer trail run near the Peak District. Tackle just over 20 miles with 840 m ascent through valleys and woodland, earn a finisher medal and compete for top male and female prizes.

Tackle ATW Odyssey12 at Riverside Park, St Neots, a multi terrain lap event where solo runners, pairs or teams rack up 5.3 km laps against the clock. Enjoy festival vibes with live music, food, kids activities and an Odyssey medal for finis..

The North Downs Way 100 is a scenic yet demanding 103 mile trail from Farnham to Ashford, with 11,000 ft of climbing and a 30 hour cutoff. Limited to about 250 starters, it offers stocked aid stations and buckles for sub 24 hour finishers.

Explore the scenic Stour Valley Path in this point to point trail race on 8 August 2026, with 102 km and 50 km options and UTMB Index points. Mostly rural trails between Newmarket and Brantham with easy rail and road access.

The GBultras | Ultra Great Britain will take place in Stranraer on Saturday 8 August 2026.

Race Across Scotland is a 215 mile self supported ultra along the scenic Southern Upland Way from Portpatrick to Cockburnspath, testing endurance over rugged hills with a strict 100 hour cutoff. Entry by application and places are limited.

Tackle scenic trails from Airthrey Castle at the Maverick Ochil Hills Trail, a day of rolling routes through Hermitage Wood and into the Ochil Hills. Distances from 5 km to a 49 km ultra offer challenges for all trail runners.

Head to Arncliffe Village Green for the Arncliffe Gala fell race, featuring a steep climb to a summit and a thrilling return to the green and serving as a BOFRA championship counter. A separate 4 mile road race offers a road option for all..

Tackle the Mendip Marauder on 8 August 2026, a rugged trail challenge offering 30 mile and 50 mile routes across woodlands, hilltops and classic Mendip landmarks. Both distances finish on Uphill Sands Beach in Weston Super Mare for a glorio..

Challenge yourself to a scenic 17 km Lake District fell race with about 906 m of ascent across classic high ground around Grey Friar and Old Man. Pre entry only via SI Entries from 14 April and all proceeds support Alzheimer's Research UK.

Choose any number of laps on a scenic 5.3 km loop at Denbies Wine Estate to make distances from 5 km up to ultra. Timed event with a flexible 1.5 hour start window and support on a hilly off road course.

Join the Tegg's Nose Fell Race on Sat 8 Aug 2026 in the Peak District for a challenging 8 mile course with 525 m of climb and fine views. Held with sheep dog trials, this classic fell race accepts pre entries and entries on the day.